2025 Freight Forecast: What’s Next for the Brokerage Industry?

 

The Future of Trucking in 2025: What’s Changing?

The trucking industry is changing as we head into 2025. In this episode of Beyond the Road, host Eric talks with James Gieske (Regional Sales Director) and Ty Holstrom (VP of National Sales) about the latest industry trends. They break down how winter weather is affecting shipping, what shippers should expect in the coming months, and how economic changes could impact trucking and brokerage.

They also dive into how tariffs, new regulations, and market shifts could affect the industry. Plus, they share tips on how businesses can stay ahead. The episode wraps up with a fun freight trivia showdown!

Industry Update & Market Trends

  • How winter storms are impacting trucking and shipping costs
  • The effect of new tariffs and government policies on freight
  • Why shippers and brokers have mixed feelings about 2025

What’s Next for Trucking & Brokerage?

  • Will shipping demand increase in the next few months?
  • How changes in trucking capacity could raise spot market prices
  • Steps shippers should take now to avoid problems later
  • How AI and new technology are changing the freight industry

Shipper Tips & Best Practices

  • How freight fraud is evolving and how companies can protect themselves
  • Why building strong carrier relationships leads to better pricing and reliability
  • How nearshoring (moving production closer to the U.S.) could change supply chains in 2025

Freight Trivia Showdown

  • Fun trucking facts and surprising stats
  • How many pallets fit in a dry van?
  • What percentage of U.S. goods move by truck?
  • What’s the most common type of freight?

Key Takeaways

  • Freight demand is expected to grow, but capacity might tighten
  • Shippers should plan ahead to avoid sudden rate increases
  • AI and fraud prevention technology will be more important than ever
  • Supply chain shifts could create new opportunities in domestic freight

Don’t Miss the Next Episode!

Next week, Justin sits down with Jake Black and Jenny Thommes to talk about frost laws and open deck hauling in 2025.

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Eric Metso

Written by Eric Metso

Eric has been a sales manager with ATS Logistics since 2018 — when he helped create a new sales team from scratch. In his role, he supports his team as they develop their book of business and create new partnerships. Eric joined ATS in 2013 as a sales representative for ATS Logistics. He was also a sales member with ATS’ Vans division before coming back to ATS Logistics in his current role.

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